Product description
Brunnera are rhizomatous perennial shrubs popularly known for their wide range of cultivars with striking foliage colours. Diane’s Gold is a deciduous shrub, short in height but bright in colours. It is a clump-forming bush with chartreuse foliage and sprays of sky blue flowers. This attractive foliage retains its colours throughout the flourishing season. Diane’s Gold is native to the woodlands of Eastern Europe and is used for groundcover in shady areas.
Unlike its cousins that display yellow leaves, Diane’s Gold produces heart-shaped leaves of golden chartreuse colour. These hairy leaves are perfect for brightening up any dull corners in a garden. In April and May, it blooms tiny but showy sky-blue Forget-Me-Not flowers that look dazzling over the bright foliage. Its creeping habit allows it to spread and form a thick ground cover.
Diane’s Gold prefers shady areas in a garden. It prefers a cool spot with full or partial shade and a little morning sun will only help it grow healthier. It can tolerate moist soil but should be drained regularly. Avoid planting it in dry soil and water it moderately but allow a dry gap between consecutive watering sessions.
Diane’s Gold is a carefree growing and low maintenance shrub. This clump-forming deciduous shrub will grow up to a short height of 1 feet. Prune any damaged or unsightly leaves in spring.
This brightly shining low forming shrub looks great in a shady border or as a single gorgeous specimen in containers. Use in a mass planting or on banks and slopes for perfect ground cover.
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Brunnera 'Dianes Gold'
Brunnera 'Dianes Gold'
Product description
Brunnera are rhizomatous perennial shrubs popularly known for their wide range of cultivars with striking foliage colours. Diane’s Gold is a deciduous shrub, short in height but bright in colours. It is a clump-forming bush with chartreuse foliage and sprays of sky blue flowers. This attractive foliage retains its colours throughout the flourishing season. Diane’s Gold is native to the woodlands of Eastern Europe and is used for groundcover in shady areas.
Unlike its cousins that display yellow leaves, Diane’s Gold produces heart-shaped leaves of golden chartreuse colour. These hairy leaves are perfect for brightening up any dull corners in a garden. In April and May, it blooms tiny but showy sky-blue Forget-Me-Not flowers that look dazzling over the bright foliage. Its creeping habit allows it to spread and form a thick ground cover.
Diane’s Gold prefers shady areas in a garden. It prefers a cool spot with full or partial shade and a little morning sun will only help it grow healthier. It can tolerate moist soil but should be drained regularly. Avoid planting it in dry soil and water it moderately but allow a dry gap between consecutive watering sessions.
Diane’s Gold is a carefree growing and low maintenance shrub. This clump-forming deciduous shrub will grow up to a short height of 1 feet. Prune any damaged or unsightly leaves in spring.
This brightly shining low forming shrub looks great in a shady border or as a single gorgeous specimen in containers. Use in a mass planting or on banks and slopes for perfect ground cover.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
If you find your hostas are being eaten by slugs and snails, brunnera is a fantastic alternative.
How to Water
Water young plants regularly until they are fully established. After this, water during particularly dry spells, especially if the plant isn’t in a shady spot.
How to Plant
Brunnera is a shade loving plant, so choose a cool spot and plant in moist but well-draining soil. Weed the area thoroughly and dig a hole slightly bigger than the root ball. Dig in some organic matter and position the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is at soil level before backfilling, firming down gently as you go. Water in well.
